2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Land Rover | AC |
| Model | Range Rover | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
